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Whether you're buying a new home or considering mortgage refinancing, the main question is the same right now: When will ...
The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans increased to 6.72% for the week ending July 10, up from 6.67% last week.
WalletHub and SmartAsset released their rankings of the best U.S. cities for first-time home buyers. Cities in Florida, Texas ...
When rates fell to around 6.7% (the lowest level in months) in early July, applications for home loans promptly ticked up, ...
As land for new development in Pearland and Friendswood becomes more scarce, local officials are noting the growing challenges in home affordability for first-time buyers and young, growing families.
Buying a new home could soon get even more expensive -- and not because of interest rates. Kate Middleton’s Gesture at Surprise Engagement Is Right Out of Princess Diana’s Playbook ...
Timing is everything. A tenth of a percent can mean the difference between saving thousands of dollars over the course of a loan—or not.
In July, 38% of builders cut home prices, which was the highest share since the NAHB began tracking this figure in 2022.
Investors, not the Fed, control the interest rates that matter most to businesses and consumers. They might demand higher ...
Mortgage rates are still fluctuating in 2025 as the Fed holds steady — for now. Learn how interest rate changes affect your monthly payments and what buyers should watch for this year.
After a long pandemic-era layover, foreign homebuyers are finally unpacking their wallets, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors.
Higher mortgage interest rates add to affordability challenges. And tariffs and inflation aren't just concerns for the Fed — these affect household budgets, too. "Prospective home buyers are ...